Feral cats and colonies have long earned a bad reputation among communities and media, but with the help of advocacy groups like Alley Cat Allies, things are changing. Programs like Trap-Neuter-Return are helping to extend the lives and well being of feral colonies throughout the area and educating communities about feral cat care at the [...]

As concerned and loving cat parents, we hate to think of our beloved little ones experiencing pain. And if that happens, we want to be ready to help them successfully manage the discomfort. The problem is that felines are incredibly good at hiding pain. Evolutionarily, predators displaying any outward signs of pain are at a [...]

Ashleigh (left) and McGlensey (right) – soon to be LVTs at Just Cats With the graduation of our two technician students, we wanted to highlight the position of licensed veterinary technician (LVT) and the special role they play in your cat’s care at Just Cats Clinic. LVTs are an invaluable part of the veterinary team [...]

Parasites can be nasty critters that can pose a serious threat to pets and people living in your house. Symptoms can ranges from mild to severe, and should be treated to prevent any lasting issues or discomfort. In this week’s post, we’ll talk about the most common parasites that prey on cats, the best courses [...]

Spring is here, which means there’s a whole world of blooming plants and flowers that our feline friends can’t resist. Unfortunately many common household and landscaping plants are toxic and potentially fatal when ingested.  In this post, we’ll talk about some of the more toxic plants and flowers, but you can find a complete list [...]

If you have never personally experienced it for yourself, laser therapy may seem a little odd, but we’ve found that it can be an extremely beneficial part of your cat’s healthcare routine. What exactly is laser therapy? Laser therapy is a form of light therapy currently used in both human and veterinary medicine for treatment [...]

In honor of National Heart Month, we’re going to talk about one of the more common feline heart diseases, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy or HCM to help you better understand the symptoms, how it’s diagnosed and most importantly how it can be treated. We’re very fortunate in Northern Virginia to have numerous CVCA (cardiac specialists for pets) [...]

We are happy to announce that our very own Dr. Laura Golden has completed her training at the Chi Institute in veterinary acupuncture! Congratulations on all your hard work, Dr. Laura! We are very proud of you! Dr. Laura’s achievement means that Just Cats Clinic can now offer acupuncture as a full-time service and a [...]

Naturally it’s safest to keep your cat indoors and generally recommended, but some cats just prefer the outdoors. If you have an outdoor kitty, the winter can bring additional dangers to your feline friend. Here’s some tips to help keep your outdoor feline friend stay safe: Be aware that in cold weather, your cat’s caloric [...]